research Novel Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase
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research A Variant of the Glucocorticoid Receptor Gene Is Not Associated with Adrenal Androgen Excess in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The N363S gene variant does not cause higher adrenal androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Percutaneous Absorption of a New Antiandrogen Included in Liposomes or in Solution
Liposomes can make the antiandrogen RU 58841 more effective for skin application by reducing absorption, increasing skin retention, and targeting sebaceous structures.
research Abnormal Essential Fatty Acid Composition of Tissue Lipids in Genetically Diabetic Mice Is Partially Corrected by Dietary Linoleic and Gamma-Linolenic Acids
Dietary essential fatty acids improved skin and hair conditions and partially corrected fat composition in diabetic mice.
research Hair Matrix Cell Kinetics: A Selective Review
Hair growth is influenced by factors like genetics and nutrition, and more research is needed to understand hair loss and growth mechanisms.
research Developing Formulations for Drug Follicular Targeting: Nanoemulsions Loaded with Minoxidil and Clove Oil
Nanoemulsions with minoxidil and clove oil effectively target hair follicles for better alopecia treatment.
research Annurca Apple Polyphenols Protect Murine Hair Follicles from Taxane-Induced Dystrophy and Redirect Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Metabolism Toward β-Oxidation
Annurca apple extract may protect mouse hair from damage by chemotherapy and could help treat hair loss without promoting cancer growth.
research Effects of Dihydrotestosterone on Rat Dermal Papilla Cells In Vitro
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) doesn't affect rat skin cell growth, but it does change cell cycle, protein levels, and other cell functions, potentially shortening hair growth cycle.
research Effect of Ultraviolet Radiation, Smoking, and Nutrition on Hair
Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
research Adenovirus-Mediated Wnt5a Expression Inhibits the Telogen-To-Anagen Transition of Hair Follicles in Mice
Increasing Wnt5a in mice skin delays hair growth but doesn't stop it.
research Donor Hair Follicle Preservation by Partial Follicular Unit Extraction: A Method to Optimize Hair Transplantation
Partial hair follicle extraction can effectively double the number of hair follicles for transplants, with most surviving and growing normally after a year.
research Androgenic and Anti-Androgenic Effects of Progesterone Derivatives with Different Halogens as Substituents at the C-6 Position
Different halogens on progesterone derivatives can either block or mimic male hormone effects, depending on their type and amount.
research High-Performance Liquid Chromatographic Method for the Determination of Finasteride in Human Plasma at Therapeutic Doses
Reliable method detects finasteride in human plasma at low doses.
research Relating Neurosteroid Modulation of Inhibitory Neurotransmission to Behavior
Neurosteroids can influence behavior by modulating brain inhibition, with potential for treating psychiatric disorders.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Androgenic Alopecia: Indications, Technique, and Potential Benefits
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment can potentially increase hair density and quality in people with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
research Follicular Unit Transplantation for the Treatment of Secondary Cicatricial Alopecia
Follicular Unit Transplantation is an effective and safe treatment for hair loss due to scarring.
research Dermatological Problems of Puberty
Puberty often causes skin issues like acne and excessive sweating, and treatments require patience as results may vary.
research Identification of Finasteride Metabolites in Human Bile and Urine by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Finasteride breakdown products found in bile and urine, helps understand drug safety and effectiveness.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Simultaneous Effects of Tocopheryl Polyethylene Glycol Succinate on Local Hair Growth Promotion and Systemic Absorption of Topically Applied Minoxidil in a Mouse Model
Adding a small amount of TPGS to minoxidil can help hair growth, but too much TPGS reduces this effect and increases minoxidil in the blood.
research Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of New 16-Methyl Pregnane Derivatives
New pregnane derivatives were more effective than finasteride at inhibiting a key enzyme for male pattern baldness.
research Itraconazole Therapy for Recalcitrant Dermatophyte Infections
Itraconazole helps improve tough skin infections but may not prevent them from coming back.
research Bioactive Molecules for Skin Repair and Regeneration: Progress and Perspectives
Bioactive molecules show promise for improving skin repair and regeneration by overcoming current challenges with further research.
research Advances in Hair Restoration
New techniques improve hair restoration success.
research Monoolein-Alginate Beads as a Platform to Promote Adenosine Cutaneous Localization and Wound Healing
Monoolein-alginate beads help heal wounds by controlling moisture and effectively delivering adenosine to the skin.
research Metabolic Study of Androsta-1,4,6-Triene-3,17-Dione in Horses Using Liquid Chromatography/High Resolution Mass Spectrometry
The study found that urine metabolites M1b or M4 are the best indicators of ATD use in horses, with detection possible up to 77 hours in urine and 28 hours in blood.
research Evaluation of the Effect of Injection of Dutasteride as a Mesotherapeutic Tool in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Males
Dutasteride mesotherapy helps treat male hair loss but may harm sperm and sexual function.
research Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Unsaturated Carboxysteroids as Human 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A Legitimate Approach
New steroid compounds effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and may treat hair loss.
research Commentary: Unroofing for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Why and How
Unroofing is an effective, less invasive, and cost-effective surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa with low recurrence and improved patient quality of life.
research N-Acyl Arylsulfonamides as Novel, Reversible Inhibitors of Human Steroid Sulfatase
Scientists found new, better-working inhibitors for a hormone-related enzyme.